My platonic crush Nigella makes these, and they are so easy and delicious. They even remind me of s'mores, which are just about my favorite thing in the world. I've used several different kinds of crunchy cookies, but graham crackers would work in a pinch. What a great, easy chocolate gift for someone you love.… Continue reading Rocky Road Crunch Bars
Category: Desserts
The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
Recently I became obsessed with chocolate chip cookies. The reason is that I read an article in the New York Times with some secrets to making better cookies. There were three tips. I already knew the one about salt making sweet things better, but I didn't know about the other secrets that bakers know but… Continue reading The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
Bananas Foster
I had this one night with friends in Austin and had to get the recipe. Yum! Bananas Foster 1/4 cup butter 1 cup brown sugar 1 1/2 t. vanilla (optional) 1/2 t. cinnamon (optional) 1/4 cup banana liqueur (optional) 3-4 ripe bananas 1/4 cup dark rum Vanilla ice cream Melt butter and sugar in pan… Continue reading Bananas Foster
White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake
This recipes is only to be made when you want to pull out all the stops. I made this for the first time in 1996, and it has been a great dessert to serve every since. My least favorite things about cheesecakes is when they crack, and this one is no different. But you just… Continue reading White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake
Carmelized Banana Creme Pie
Let me tell you, you only make this pie for someone you really love. It's not quick, but it is delicious. It's really good if you can find chocolate wafer cookies, but if not, I've also used ginger and almond cookies. You could use graham crackers in a pinch (maybe chocolate ones?). I made this… Continue reading Carmelized Banana Creme Pie
Molasses Cookies
A zillion years ago when I worked in the corporate world, I worked with a girl at NCD who brought these in for my birthday. I was so touched, and they were so moist and chewy that I've made them ever since! Molasses Cookies3/4 cup margarine or butter (this is the only reason I buy… Continue reading Molasses Cookies
Creme de Menthe Brownies
When I got married, I wanted to get a few of my husband's family recipes, and this one is at the top of the bunch. His Aunt Sus gave it to me; they are her Christmas standby, and now they are mine too. They are so moist, and the chocolate and mint combo is a… Continue reading Creme de Menthe Brownies
Sand Lake Cookies
My friend Margit brought these to me at an impromptu Halloween party in 1999 at my house. I thought they looked "interesting," but oh when I tasted them... They were great! Margit's family used to go to Sand Lake in Minnesota every summer and would bring these cookies, thus the name. They are almost like… Continue reading Sand Lake Cookies
Peanut Butter Stars
These are a must for the holidays and my husband's favorites. I've had many versions, but these are the best, courtesy of my friend Sandy, who also says it isn't Christmas in her house without these! Peanut Butter Star Cookies Makes 3 dozen cookies 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup margarine or… Continue reading Peanut Butter Stars
Tres Leches Cake
Tres Leches Cake is a very moist cake filled with a mixture of "milks." It is a favorite Mexican and South American Dessert. This recipe was found online and reviewed by many people that claimed to be Tres Leches experts. The Cake preparation includes 3 parts: the cake, the filling, and the frosting. Tracy has… Continue reading Tres Leches Cake
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